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Defamation Apology Leads to Damages in Ali Lawsuit

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  • Mothin Ali, Green Party deputy leader, sued Alex Armstrong and Bernadette Spofforth for defamation.
  • Armstrong and Spofforth apologized in the High Court and agreed to pay substantial damages.
  • Ali reported harassment, death threats and car damage after false claims, following the 18 July 2024 Harehills unrest.
  • West Yorkshire Police opened inquiries into social-media threats against Ali after parliamentary accusations.